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Prakash Padukone Calls for Greater Player Accountability and Emphasis on Mental Training in Indian Sports
"We cannot be content with just one standout player. It's essential to develop a deeper bench, similar to how cricket manages its teams with main, 'A, ' and junior teams. There is immense talent available, but a collective effort is required," Padukone told reporters. He said that the athletes must also take responsibility for their performances along with the system which should be there to support them.
Indian Star Dinesh Karthik Signs with Paarl Royals for SA20 Season
Karthik, 39, had announced his retirement from international cricket in June. He has since been appointed mentor and batting coach with the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL.
Spin Conditions Can Upend Games, Says India's Assistant Coach Nayar
India's vulnerability to spin was evident once again as leg-spinner Jeffrey Vandersay devastated their lineup with a six-wicket haul, leading to a 32-run loss for the visitors on Sunday.
Olympic Double Medallist Manu Bhaker to Lead India at Paris Closing Ceremony
Manu started off India's medal count by collecting a bronze in the individual 10m air pistol event, becoming the first Indian woman to receive an Olympic medal in shooting.
Vandersay Reflects on Six-Wicket Haul in 2nd ODI: Focused on Fundamentals and Key Areas
Reflecting on his performance, Vandersay commented, “There was assistance on the wicket so I was trying to hit the good areas and do the basics right. This is my first game after some time so I had to bowl in good areas. Once I got the first wicket I built up confidence also. I kept hitting the right areas and with God's grace I was able to get six wickets.” He was named Player of the Match for his efforts.
Paris Olympics: Imane Khelif Aims for Gold Amid Calls to End Gender-Based Bullying
The triumph of Khelif over Anna Luca Hamori from Hungary signified more than a first medal in boxing won by Algeria since 2000; it also meant booking her a place in the semi-finals. On Tuesday, she will meet Janjaem Suwannapheng of Thailand.
Djokovic Achieves Career 'Golden Slam' with Straight Sets Win Over Alcaraz at Paris Olympics
The result will further cement Djokovic's place in tennis lore as only the fifth to accomplish a 'Golden Slam': He now holds all four Grand Slam titles and also the Olympic gold. This impressive list will include Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Andre Agassi, and Steffi Graf.
Rohit Sharma Reflects on Painful Defeat and Middle-Order Batting Concerns
India struggled against leg-spinner Jeffrey Vandersay, who claimed six wickets, leading to their collapse for 208 while chasing a target of 241. This highlighted their vulnerability against spin bowling once again.
Vandersay's Six-Wicket Masterclass Leads Sri Lanka to 32-Run Victory in 2nd ODI
The target for India was 241 on a helping pitch for the spinners, but they fell short of that target by 33 runs as they were cleaned out for 208 in 42.2 overs with Vandersay returning a fine 6 for 33. The chase looked promising as long as skipper Rohit Sharma was at the crease. He got 64 off 44 balls, with 5 fours and 4 sixes, as he attacked the spinners Dunith Wellalage and Akila Dananjaya along with pacer Asitha Fernando. India was racing away to 97 in just 13.3 overs with Shubman Gill contributing 35 off 44 balls.
Manu Bhaker Reflects on Historic Paris Olympics in Heartfelt Message
"All your messages and wishes have touched me; winning two bronze medals feels like a dream come true. This success is not mine alone, but of all those who have been a part of this journey, who have motivated and supported me incessantly," Manu wrote in her social media post.
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